Sweeteners
It's only natural for consumers to want the best from their sweeteners. In recent years, product developers have made significant strides in finding sweeteners that are both palatable and healthy. In this section of our site, you will find all relevant news, articles and research on natural sweeteners like stevia, agave, sucralose and lo han guo.
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2022 International Buyers' Guide
An annual reference of companies supplying nutraceutical ingredients, products, and services around the world.12.03.21
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Kerry Releases First Organic-Certified Sweet Modulator in U.S. Market
The new ingredient has many applications for beverages with the highly desirable claim of organic.11.23.21
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Delivery & Dosage Technologies | Diabetes & Blood Sugar Management | Fiber & Carbohydrates | Sweeteners
Focus on Health Compels Brands to Reduce Sugar with Reformulated Foods and Beverages
Cutting the amount of sugar from product formulations has become a priority for many brands as consumers seek healthier solutions.By Joerg Gruenwald, analyze & realize ag 09.09.21
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Diabetes & Blood Sugar Management | Fiber & Carbohydrates | Herbs & Botanicals | Minerals | Proteins, Peptides, Amino Acids | Sweeteners | Weight Management/Weight Loss
Weight Management Solutions: Ingredient & Formulation Spotlight
From plant proteins and adaptogens to sugar reduction and blood sugar management, the range of weight wellness formulation options is expanding.By Sean Moloughney, Editor 09.09.21
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Cardiovascular Health | Diabetes & Blood Sugar Management | Healthcare Trends | Sweeteners
Sugar Reduction in Packaged Foods, Drinks Could Prevent Disease & Save Billions in Healthcare Costs
Researchers create a model to simulate and quantify the health, economic, and equity impacts of a sugar-reduction policy.Online Exclusives08.30.21
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Metabolite of Fructose Shown to Contribute to Obesity in Mice
Study focused on the effect of a high-fructose diet on villi, structures that line the inside of the small intestine and help absorb nutrients.08.20.21
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Stevia Extract Receives ‘No Questions’ Letter on GRAS Notice
This confirmation expands upon the FDA's previous No Objection Letters for Nascent's Reb A to now include all steviol glycosides extracted from the leaf.08.13.21
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Sweegen’s Bestevia Rebaudioside M Approved In Europe
The company will commercialize the non-GMO, high-purity sweetener in its manufacturing facility in England.07.15.21
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Better Juice Raises $8 Million in Seed Round Investment
The company’s enzymatic technology can convert 80% of all sugars from juices.06.24.21
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Healthy Beverage Market Appeals to Range of Consumer Demands
A marriage of convenience and nutrition propels healthy drinks segment.By Sean Moloughney, Editor 06.02.21
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Instacart Releases 'Plant Power' Trends Report
The online grocery delivery platform examined a mainstream migration to plant-based retail products.Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.26.21
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Indulgent Flavors More Popular At Breakfast Time, Innova Market Insights Reports
Flavors inspired by the bakery category once typically reserved for snacks and desserts are now seeing significant growth in a range of breakfast foods.Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.19.21
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Innova Market Insights: Sports Nutrition Must Focus on Flavors for Mainstream Consumers
Formerly a secondary consideration to efficacy, flavors will offer brands the competitive edge in the years to come.Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.21.21
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Sweeteners Market Continues to Broaden with Cleaner Labels and Better Formulations
Innovation of sugar alternatives is accelerating as edging sugars out of the equation becomes increasingly popular.By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.08.21
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Study Suggests Added Sugars Can Double Liver Fat Production
The findings support evidence for mechanisms behind which diabetes and fatty liver may develop.Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.19.21
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Diets High In Fructose Could Cause Immune System Damage
A new in vitro study has identified a pro-inflammatory mechanism caused by high fructose concentrations.Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.08.21
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Breaking News | Functional Foods & Beverages | Natural/Organic | Nutrition Bars & Snacks | Research | Research News | Sweeteners | Weight Management/Weight Loss
Different forms of Sugar Have Ranging Impacts on Hunger-Suppressing Hormones
A study on young adults found that drinks containing sucrose had less of an appetite suppression than those who drank glucose.12.22.20
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Breaking News | Industry & Market News | Mergers & Acquisitions | Sweeteners
Tate & Lyle Acquires Stevia Company Sweet Green Fields
The deal is expected to strengthen Tate & Lyle’s sugar reduction and clean label offerings while extending its presence in the Asia Pacific region.12.01.20
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Sweetness Evidenced To Reduce Hunger, Regardless of Energy Content
Whether or not a sweet-tasting drink contained caloric energy, it made participants eat less, and altered their physiological responses to food.11.24.20
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Common Sugar Substitutes Have No Impact on Gut Microbiome, Study Reports
Sucralose and aspartame, two common sugar alternatives, didn’t significantly influence the gut microbiota of a small group of participants.11.11.20
